Los Angeles Walking Tour: Explore LA's Evolution
4.8
34 Ratings
Los Angeles
Observe the metamorphosis of Los Angeles, from a mere village to a globally recognized metropolis, by exploring the landmarks that molded its identity and understanding how the city’s past is ceaselessly turning the City of Angels into a symbol of culture.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Union Station - America’s last great railway station
- Olvera Street - The birthplace of Los Angeles
- Our Lady Queen of Angels - Old Plaza - LA’s oldest standing church
- Hall of Justice - Oldest standing government building
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels - The ‘mother church’ of Los Angeles and one of the largest Catholic churches in the world
- Gloria Molina Grand Park - Center for the arts and culture of Los Angeles
- Walt Disney Concert Hall - Home of the Philharmonic and one of the architectural beauties built by Frank Gehry
- The Broad - Museum of contemporary art in the center of the city
- Colburn School - School of music and arts
- The Museum of Contemporary Art - Contemporary Art museum since the 1980s
- Angels Flight Railway - Overlook of the skyline of Los Angeles and an opportunity to ride the shortest railway of the world (fare not included)
What's Included
- Local expert guide included
Additional Information
- The tour ends at Angels Flight Railway (351 S. Hill Street 90013), which is a 25 minute walk or a two stop Metro Rail ride back to the starting point. Rail fare is not included with price of tour. The guide can point you in the direction.
Location
800 N Alameda St
North Alameda Street
We meet at the Information booth next to Traxx restaurant inside LA Union Station (800 N. Alameda Street 90012).
Nearest Metro Rail station - Union Station off the Metro Red, Purple or Gold Lines.
Parking - Underground of Union Station by entering the garage off Vignes street. Rate is $8.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(34 Ratings)
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Eric_n
Mar 28, 2024
LA History Up Close - Excellent experience. Right amount of waking and tons of LA history.
Recommend. Recommend. Recommend
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Jan_a
Sep 29, 2023
Great way to get to know the history and stories of the Downtown area. - Our second walking tour with Phil and he was great. Excellent knowledge of the history and all the entertaining stories. Great locations - Union Station, Olvera Street, Walt Disney Theatre and more and all the stories behind the scenes. Highly recommend.
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Rachel_b
Dec 21, 2022
Phil was a fun... - Phil was a fun informative guide and gave me an excellent experience of LA.
Down Town.
It was most enjoyable, and, I was the only one on the tour …..we had a great time.
Rachel
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Bruce_c
Jun 27, 2022
Phil is the best - Phil’s knowledge of our stops and history knowledge of California, personably too, he included everyone
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Ellen_l
May 30, 2022
We highly recommend this tour! - Phil was an excellent guide. We really felt like we got a true feel for the history of Los Angeles through Phil’s tour and discussion of the city. We appreciate his knowledge and ability to deliver an engaging explanation of the growth of this beautiful city.
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Christopher_c
Apr 20, 2022
Great tour guide - Tour guide was great had lots of interesting facts. We enjoyed hearing about the beginnings of the city.
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William_k
Feb 28, 2022
Great tour! - Great tour with great commentary! Our tour guide “LA Phil” was wonderful, knowledgeable and well prepared. Was able to answer all of our questions on history and architecture. We highly recommend!
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56ponchomp
Apr 27, 2020
Online Virtual Tour - I am at the moment watching this online (Virtual Tour), this is such an amazing City of Angeles... The hosts are truly giving extensive 411 about each tour.
Thank you for allowing us to see this online, I am not able to be outside much (due to heat exposure)... I hope to be able to continue watching online.
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G2872iesharons
Mar 5, 2020
Outstanding tour - Angela went above and beyond as my tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend her for any tour of Los Angeles.
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Char_k
Feb 29, 2020
listening to the beginning of L.A, on all the Buidings and Churches . - This was a family affair, what aa charming gentleman who conducted the tour and so much information from the beginning to the end. We all loved the tour and our handsome guide. I most certainly will recommend this walking tour as we all are Seniors and had no problem at all with the walking.
Thank you very much.
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